1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 795 kg more than 2004 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 2004 Honda City | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Nomad | City |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |